On March 13, Azul and industry-leading Java luminaries will host an engaging virtual event to celebrate 30 years of Java. Join us for informative sessions, festivities, and surprises.
Join Azul and industry-leading Java luminaries for an engaging virtual event celebrating 30 years of Java!
Together, we’ll explore Java’s incredible journey — how it revolutionized technology, shaped industries, and became the backbone of innovation worldwide. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with experts, gain insights, and celebrate the past, present, and future of one of the most influential development platforms ever created.
Who Should Attend:
- Developers and engineers who are passionate about Java
- Tech enthusiasts eager to learn about Java’s impact and future
- Leaders seeking to stay ahead of the evolving Java-powered ecosystem
Celebrate 30 years of Java with these sessions
Besides a nostalgic trip down memory lane, Duke Turns 30 presents a full slate of exciting sessions:
30 Years of Java
Take a trip back in time with Simon Ritter to see how Java started, and how it has flourished and changed over three decades. We may even have a special guest with some key insights!
AI for Busy Java Developers
Fast-track through AI and Machine Learning — tailored just for Java developers who need to get the job done without the need to drill down into data science and complicated math.
Friends of OpenJDK
Friends of OpenJDK
Hear from active collaborators in the OpenJDK community about how they got started and what excites them about using the OpenJDK. Pick up tips and tricks for getting the most out of the OpenJDK and its vibrant international community.
We Hate Code – the Joy of Maintaining Dead and Unused Code
Get an overview from Gerrit Grunwald of the common struggles with unused and dead code. Learn the differences between those types of code and about tools that will help you to get rid of it.
Behind-the-Scenes-Innovations in Java
Get a look at the evolution of Java over the past decade, but from the point of view of behind-the-scenes techniques that support and enforce robustness and performance with Dr. Venkat Subramaniam.
Reading Code
Join a discussion with Marit Van Dijk of the benefits of deliberately practicing reading code in a code reading club or session without an IDE, as well as common strategies to navigate a new codebase and familiarize ourselves with the code using the IDE.
OpenJDK Ecosystem
Join an insightful panel discussion with industry experts and developers to explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the world of OpenJDK. Geertjan Weilenga, Ondro Mihályi, Marit Van Dijk, and Simon Martinelli will discuss upcoming Java features, best practices for optimizing performance, and the evolving landscape of Java development tools.
An impressive lineup of presenters
An all-star panel of influential leaders in Java development will be on hand to lead sessions, interact with attendees, and answer questions. This is a rare opportunity to have access to such an impressive list of Java luminaries.
 Frank Greco Senior Technology Consultant, AI/ML Strategist, Developer Ecosystem (Crossroads), JEP384 |
 Carmen Delgado Community Manager, Eclipse Adoptium |
 Dr. Venkat Subramaniam Instructor, University of Houston |
 Gerrit Grunwald Principal Developer, Azul |
 Simon Ritter Deputy CTO, Azul |
 Marit Van Dijk Developer Advocate, JetBrains |
 Simon Martinelli Owner, Martinelli LLC |
 Ondro Mihályi Director & Jakarta EE expert, OmniFish |
 Geertjan Weilenga Community leader, Friends of OpenJDK |
Registration is open now! Register and join us for Duke Turns 30 on March 13.
